Section App. C: Brow Correction Scenarios

Appendix C: Brow Correction Scenarios

This appendix presents common correction scenarios with analysis of challenges and recommended approaches.

Scenario 1: Blue-Grey Shift in Old Work

Presentation: Previous work has shifted to blue-grey, creating unnatural appearance that is especially pronounced in certain lighting.

Cause Analysis: Blue-grey shift typically results from pigment implanted too deeply, where warm components have faded leaving cooler components visible. May also result from pigment formulation with excessive cool base.

Correction Approach: Orange-based corrector neutralises blue-grey. Apply corrector first, allow to heal, then apply final colour. May require multiple correction sessions for heavily saturated cases. Complete elimination of blue-grey may not be achievable; significant improvement is typical goal.

Scenario 2: Orange-Rust Shift

Presentation: Previous work has shifted to orange or rust colour, appearing artificial and overly warm.

Cause Analysis: Orange shift typically results from cool components fading faster than warm base. Common in certain pigment formulations and may be exacerbated by sun exposure.

Correction Approach: Violet-based corrector neutralises orange. Application follows similar protocol to blue-grey correction: corrector first, healing, then final colour. Selection of final pigment with stable undertone balance helps prevent recurrence.

Scenario 3: Position Too Low

Presentation: Previous work was positioned lower than optimal, creating heavy, droopy appearance that does not harmonise with facial structure.

Cause Analysis: Position error in original work, possibly from following client request rather than anatomical guidance, or from technique that allowed gravitational drift during healing.

Correction Approach: Low position is among the most challenging corrections. Options include:

• Allowing existing work to fade significantly before repositioning
• Adding new work above existing to shift visual weight upward
• In severe cases, laser removal may be indicated before new work

Client must understand that perfect correction may not be achievable.

Scenario 4: Excessive Saturation

Presentation: Previous work is overly dark and dense, appearing solid and makeup-like rather than natural.

Cause Analysis: Over-application during initial procedure, possibly from multiple passes without adequate assessment, or from heavy-handed technique.

Correction Approach: Lightening excessive saturation is difficult. Options include:

• Waiting for natural fading, which may take years
• Laser lightening, which carries its own risks
• Camouflage technique that adds lighter elements to break up solid appearance

Significant improvement may be achievable; complete correction to natural appearance is unlikely.

Scenario 5: Migration and Blurring

Presentation: Previous strokes have spread beyond original boundaries, creating blurred, diffuse appearance lacking crisp definition.

Cause Analysis: Migration typically results from too-deep implantation, inappropriate technique for skin type, or tissue trauma during procedure. Oily skin types are more susceptible.

Correction Approach: Adding definition over migrated work rarely succeeds well—new work may also migrate. Primary approach involves fading or removal of existing work before attempting new application. If proceeding without removal, technique modification (shallower, with appropriate adjustments for skin type) is essential.